Jewish Community Center

Mt. Vernon Virtuosi Adds Vocal Star Jasmine Barnes and More
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025

The Mount Vernon Virtuosi (MVI), a Baltimore based chamber orchestra founded and led by acclaimed cellist Amit Peled will perform a  free 'Made in Maryland' concert next weekend.

HARVEY MILK REIMAGINED To Have West Coast Debut At Opera Parallèle
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025

Opera Parallèle will present the West Coast debut of Harvey Milk Reimagined, a bold and timely refreshed version of the groundbreaking opera originally composed by Stewart Wallace and librettist Michael Korie.

JULIUS CAESAR Coming to Austin Shakespeare in May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025

Austin Shakespeare is bringing a fierce and fearless production of JULIUS CAESAR to Zilker Hillside Theatre this spring, running May 15–25. In a dynamic twist on Shakespeare’s gripping political drama, most of the conspirators will be played by women, turning the timeless tale of ambition, betrayal, and revolution on its head.

Review: Rebekah Scallet Directs a Sobering and Gripping Production of CABARET at New Jewish Theatre
by James Lindhorst - Mar 21, 2025

New Jewish Theatre’s production of CABARET is a grim reminder of the early days of the Nazi reign in Germany. It is appropriately risqué and bawdy and artfully staged on David Blake’s beautiful set. It is filled with impressive performances from the entire cast, especially the original characterizations developed by Spener Davis Milford, Hailey Medrano, Dustin Lane Petrillo, and Jane Paradise. Rebekah Scallet’s storytelling reflects on the two melancholy love stories with a direful reminder of the past and a warning about current day antisemitism. She hammers home the funereal denouement like a railroad worker driving spikes with a maul.  

Child Prodigy Joins The Richmond County Orchestra for MENDELSSOHN, MOZART AND MORE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2025

The Richmond County Orchestra will present the prodigy talent of 10-year-old pianist Letao Li and equally talented High School Senior flutist Abigail Aronivich at RCO’s Mendelssohn, Mozart and More on Sunday, March 30.

Mt. Vernon Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra Performs BACH'S AIR
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2025

The Mount Vernon Virtuosi (MVI), a Baltimore based chamber orchestra founded and led by acclaimed cellist Amit Peled will perform a  free “Cellobration”  featuring  the groups six cellists.

Austin Shakespeare To Bring LEOPOLDSTADT To Jewish Community Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Austin Shakespeare will present a staged reading of Tom Stoppard’s award-winning play LEOPOLDSTADT. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

KC SuperStar 2025 Auditions Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

KC SuperStar organizers are launching the 16th year of Kansas City’s premier high school singing competition with two nights of preliminary auditions. Learn more about how to audition here!

Interview: Jennifer Decker of THE WANDERERS at Mildred's Umbrella
by Brett Cullum - Feb 4, 2025

One of Houston’s most fascinating productions opens this week. Mildred’s Umbrella is presenting THE WANDERERS at the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center on South Braeswood.

Mildred's Umbrella Theater And The Evelyn Rubenstein JCC To Present THE WANDERERS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025

Mildred's Umbrella Theater Company closes their 2024-2025 season with the Houston premiere of THE WANDERERS, by Anna Ziegler. This production is the first of two co-productions with the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston.  

THE WANDERERS Comes to Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2024

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Company will close their 2024-2025 season with the Houston premiere of THE WANDERERS, by Anna Ziegler. Learn more about the show here!

Mount Vernon Virtuosi, Baltimore Based Chamber Orchestra, Performs Mozart at DC Church
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024

The Mount Vernon Virtuosi (MVI), a Baltimore Based chamber orchestra founded and led by acclaimed cellist Amit Peled will perform a  free “Mozart in Jeans” concert this weekend.

Previews: Winter Shows Coming Up in Dayton
by Brennan Paulin - Dec 3, 2024

It's the most wonderful time for the Dayton Theatre scene! Not only are there lots of holiday plays and musicals to see, but plenty of entertainment in January and February to keep Dayton audiences warm and bright! Check out the list of shows below with links to each theatre's website/ticket information! 

Austin Jewish Film Festival Announces Full Film Slate Including Three World Premieres
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2024

Explore the Austin Jewish Film Festival's 2024 lineup featuring three world premieres. Running from October 31 to November 10, the festival showcases a diverse range of films and cultural stories.

Review: TREE OF LIFE at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - Sep 17, 2024

Victor Wishna’s new play “Tree of Life” deserves an audience beyond its current World Premiere production ending on September 22.   It is a blessing (a bracha) to those fortunate enough to see the premiere engagement. This unusual and original new play is directed by Jonah Greene.

Carbonell Awards Reveal Four New Judges For 2024-2025 Theatre Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

The Carbonell Awards have announced four new judges. They will bring the total number of Carbonell judges to 46, including 18 in Broward County, 11 in Miami-Dade, and 17 in Palm Beach County.

Austin Shakespeare Unveils 24-25 Season Featuring US Premieres & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2024

Austin Shakespeare's 2024-25 season will feature unexpected twists, U.S. premieres, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - Jul 28, 2024

What did our critic think of THE LITTLE MERMAID at White Theatre?

Rochester Fringe Festival Reveals Full 2024 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024

The Rochester Fringe Festival held its annual “Big Reveal” Press Conference today at CenterStage Hart Theatre at the Jewish Community Center.

Rochester's World-Traveling MOSES MAN Heads To NYC Again, Following Rochester Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024

It’s been ten years since the homegrown musical Moses Man: Finding Home had its first-ever workshop at Rochester’s Louis S. Wolk JCC CenterStage Theatre.